Double Impatiens Glimmer™ Bright Red

This double impatiens series with beautiful rose-like blooms is highly resistant to Plasmopara destructor, the cause of Impatiens downy mildew!
Although following a routine preventative spray treatment for downy mildew is still recommended, growers and consumers can be confident that these impatiens will continue to thrive and survive.
Outstanding color item for baskets in the shade.

Culture Guide

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General Information

Height: 10-16" (25-41cm)

Spread: 10-12" (25-30cm)

Exposure: Shade, Partial Sun

Propagation Guide

Tray Sizes (cells/tray): 50, 72, 84, 105

Rooting Hormone: No

Average Days with Mist: 5-8

Pinch: No

Average Propagation Time (weeks): 2-3

Comments: Reduce mist as soon as possible to reduce stretch. Transplant on time.

Finishing

Soil pH: 5.8-6.2

Light Levels (fc): 4,000-6,000

Temperature Day: 68-76°F (20-24°C)

Temperature Night: 56-61°F (13-16°C)

Fertilization (ppm N): 175-225

No. of Pinches: 0-1

Plant Growth Regulators (S=spray / (D=Drench: Bonzi(S) 5-10 ppm can be used to control habit early; Bonzi(D) 0.5-1.0 ppm applied as crop matures will control final height but not delay flowering or reduce flower size. Florel(S) 100-200 ppm can be used to improve branching but will usually not be needed.

Pests: Leafminers, thrips

Diseases: Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus, Botrytis, Pythium

Comments: Start feeding immediately after transplanting. Avoid water stress in all stages of crop. Avoid cold stress (night temperatures below 65°F/18°C). Maintain EC above 1.0 (SME). Use early PGR applications to achieve ideal finished plants. Glimmer requires less PGRs than Fiesta Double Impatiens.